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We would love to hear your feedback and any suggestions you may have for our new VWVortex store.

Let us know if there is a color option you would like added or a particular merchandise item you would like to see in the store. Have you had a chance to buy an item from our store? Then we want to hear what you think about the merchandise you bought.

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While the A3 was stripped of it's engine in late 2009 for the purpose of installing APR's "Stage 4" (specific details yet to be released - but basically a port and polished head, upgraded internals, and bigger turbo) engine, the arrival of the Achtuning Golf R meant it would make more sense to put a 500hp-ish set-up into something that can put all that power to the ground using all 4 wheels. Therefore the "Stage 4" is now in our Golf R leaving us a low-mileage BPY engine to throw into the A3. There are some added benefits of running the BPY engine over the A3's CDL and they are:

We're running APR's inter-cooler, Carbonio intake, and high pressure fuel pump along with a full APR 3" turbo-back exhaust. The software on the ECU is still the "Edition30/K04" file we ran in the A3 before the engine swap. (We had already installed the APR Ed30/K04 turbo kit on the original CDL motor.) Not much else planned for this thing for now, as we're just happy to see it back on the road!

StopTech, the ultra performance and racing brand from Centric Parts, introduces a new line of StopTech Racing Brake Friction that brings the companys Brake Late, Finish First philosophy to a wider range of racing disciplines. The new racing pads complement the companys extensive range of high performance brake component and system upgrades - and help turn any StopTech system into a dedicated race system.

Available in four formulations, the new StopTech Racing Brake Pads are engineered to provide optimal friction levels for a variety of different racing applications. All StopTech Racing Brake Pads provide shorter stops, increased control through superior pedal modulation, and fade-free performance at extreme racing temperatures. StopTech Racing pads are designed to provide superior performance in any racing brake system, and match the outstanding performance capabilities drivers have come to expect from all StopTech Racing Brake Systems and components.

StopTech's unique metallic compounds are blended with carbon and graphite particles to provide an optimal high temperature race friction material. The result is smoother, more predictable and more consistent brake engagement along with exceptional release characteristics not found in most other racing friction materials.

StopTech engineers work directly with race teams, often trackside, to gather valuable experience in dynamic real world conditions. Data is immediately integrated into the research and development process, resulting in optimized brake systems for individual racing programs.

As promised, Ian stopped by to show off his recently installed StopTech 355mm ST40 Big Brake Kit on his VW Golf R - lookin' SO good! And just a reminder to everyone else, ACHTUNING will send you FREE rear SportStop parts with your StopTech BBK purchase!!

Am I the only one turned off by the fact that like 75% of the posts in this thread are about things that Achtuning sells or has installed on customer cars? What's the appeal of wanting to buy the same parts as every one of your other customers?

Turn 2 is hosting a lapping day at Pacific Raceways tomorrow, September 27th, benefiting the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (SCCA). As some of you are aware our local motorsport community has been hit rather hard this year from cancer related deaths tragically including the young daughter of one of our loyal Audi Club instructors. Please consider coming to the event, whether it's to race or spectate, we'd all love to see everyone come out and support!

GOOD NEWS!! MANY of you are on waiting lists for wheels that have been out of stock for a LONG time. It's been frustrating for everyone and we can't thank you enough for your continued patience! As of this morning's sales meeting, we are told the first (of several) Hartmann Wheel containers will be shipping THIS week! That puts us in the 4-week (ish) time frame for delivery of our first shipment. STAY TUNED for Hartmann Wheel delivery updates at ACHTUNING!

When you buy a StopTech Big Brake Kit from Achtuning, we send you a FREE set of matching (OE-sized) rear rotors, pads, and stainless-steel braided brake lines! We'll even ship you these brake parts for free if your order is being delivered to any of the "lower 48" States!!

What other reasons could you possibly need to shop for a BBK at Achtuning? Simply click on the image above to be directed to our website for an online order or call us at 425-895-0000.

We'd like to take this opportunity to extend a big "Thanks!" to the manufacturers whose high quality performance parts and technical support have contributed to an incredible 9-month journey since we took delivery of the Achtuning VW Golf R this last January. APR, H&R, StopTech, and Falken Tire products have been pushed to the extreme and they continue to hold their own!

Wasting no time, we immediately enhanced our Golf R's potential by upgrading the suspension with H&R front and rear anti-sway bars and their Premium coil-over kit, eventually upgrading to track-spec RSS Club Sport coil-overs. Power levels were increased with an APR ECU tune, intake, high pressure fuel pump, and exhaust to keep us content through the winter months while we familiarized ourselves with the car on track. Then it was really time to get down to business. The arrival of APR's "Stage 4" turbo-charger system with the high-flow head, built engine, and inter-cooler had created an almost untamable monster had it not been for the StopTech 355mm ST40 Trophy big brake kit and Falken RT-615K tires keeping it all within controllable reason... And we're still not done! Stay tuned for continued progress on the Achtuning Golf R project!

*From 10-15 to 10-20 only these wheels are on sale for 20% off MSRP, don't miss out!*

Our Fall wheel sale is underway just in time for winter. These wheels have extremely minor cosmetic imperfections from the paint process, typically 1mm or less in size. Due to the small size of the imperfections our camera equipment is not able to show the details so no photos are available, sorry. Please call to order as these deals are not available for purchase online 425-895-0000 or 1-877-722-4886.

APR's RSC Technology is now available for the MK5 Golf R32 in their newest 3.2L VR6 RSC 3" Performance Exhaust System. RSC or Reflective Sound Cancellation allows for maximum exhaust gas flow while eliminating unwanted in-cabin sound resonance known as "drone". RSC incorporates innovative technologies developed in conjunction with NASA. With limited use of packing materials and no baffles, RSC allows for a completely straight and free flowing exhaust path throughout the RSC mufflers. Reflective Cancellation bounces the undesirable sound waves into each other to attenuate the wave and completely eliminate the low frequency tones that create drone. Each RSC muffler is tuned to eliminate specific, undesirable sound frequencies allowing only the engine's true and desirable exhaust note to be heard and improving performance.

APR's design specifications and manufacturing requirements result in a 3" mandrel bend stainless steel performance exhaust system with minimal bends unmatched by any other. RSC technology ensures the maximum possible performance increases from any performance exhaust system while maintaining refined and unobtrusive sound inside the cabin.

APR's Golf R32 RSC Performance Exhaust System features the same great designs from APR's Engineering Team and high quality manufacturing incorporating the following:

No cutting or modifications are required to install this system. The cat-back system replaces the exhaust system after the factory catalytic converter pipe, includes a 3" reducer to connect the factory exhaust without any cutting and remains emission compliant.

APR's Catback Exhaust System is available with included Polished Stainless Steel or Diamond Black exhaust tips. *The tips are also available separately and can be changed at the owner's pleasure. *If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us!